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Whether influenced by 9/11, the recession or Wall Street woes, American consumer attitudes about shopping locally and purchasing made-in-America products have changed. Editors with North American Retail Hardware Association and Hardware Retailing, sponsored by Channellock, recently hosted a webinar to share proprietary consumer research conducted earlier this year.

The research addressed consumer behaviors including consumers’ intentions to shop local and the emotional tie between purchasing made-in-America products and the direct influence that decision has on the economy. Some of the key findings revealed in this webinar included the prominence these trends had on female shopping habits and the strength advertising has in communicating these trends.

To hear a complete recording of the webinar, click here. While you’re there, you be sure to browse the other list of monthly webinars on the 2011 slate for up-to-date trends and industry news.